BA (Hons) Early Years Education and Professional Practice with Early Years Practitioner Status (EYPS) Bachelor's degree at Cardiff Metropolitan University

This module focuses on developing understanding of the skills required for successful academic writing including critical analysis of sources and being a critical thinker. The importance of reflection and using feedback will also be explored. Such skills will be used and built upon throughout the programme.

The Child Development module will help to develop understanding of the factors which influence growth and development in children. Key theories and concepts of child development, including physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth from birth to adolescence will be introduced. Foundational skills in observing, analysing, and interpreting children's developmental milestones and behaviours will be explored and applied in a practice. The influence of the family, community, culture, and polic

Safeguarding and the Wellbeing of Children module will provide opportunities to develop knowledge in relation to the identification of policy and practice relating to the protection and safeguarding of children. The concepts of young children's well-being in terms of both their physical and mental health will be explored along with the factors which impact upon children's well-being. This is then be linked to an exploration of the impact of government policies and strategies/initiatives on child

This module will identify theoretical perspectives related to professional practice in the Early Years and provide strategies to allow links to be made between theory and practice. As your Early Years Practitioner journey begins the importance of the leader in ensuring quality care and education will be examined. The National Occupational Standards related to Early Years practice will be explored in examples shared of how these can be achieved within placement settings.

This module allows for the achievement of the Play Wales Level 2 award in Playwork Practice (L2APP). The module will provide understanding of the importance of play in children's learning and holistic development and the role of the play work practitioner within this. Theoretical theories which underpin play and play work practice, linking to national and international concepts and perspectives will be explored. The role of the adult, supporting and facilitating play opportunities, organisationa

The Children's Worlds and Empowering Children module presents a range of discourses of early childhood, placing an emphasis on the notion of multiple knowledges and ways of interpreting the world. It will provide an overview of different discourses and social theories, exploring how early childhood has been constructed from a range of philosophical, psychological, global, cultural and socio-political perspectives. Policy and legislation in relation to children's rights, from a UK and global pers

This module aims to enable students to develop initial skills through active observation in the placement setting. It will allow for clear links to be made between the theoretical aspects presented within other modules and actual practice. Professional Development Placement 1 will contribute towards the achievement of the National Occupation Standards (NOS) whilst spending approximately 240 hours in an Early Years placement setting organised by the university.

This module will develop the ability to critically engage with peer reviewed academic sources. A range of methodological approaches and innovative research tools will be evaluated to provide experience in their implementation and analysis of data. Critical issues in relation to undertaking research including ethical issues and gaining informed consent/assent will also be examined as part of module content.

The Child, Family and Society module will focus on a range of societal policies and practice impacting on children and their early childhood experiences as well as families and society. The concept of the family will be explored along with an appreciation of the diversity of family groups that children live in and different parenting styles. The role of social media and the use of technology on the child, family and society will also form part of this module.

This module will explore the processes and theoretical perspectives of language acquisition, early mathematical and scientific enquiry development. A range of factors including digital technologies and online resources will be evaluated in terms of both opportunities and the challenges these present for young children living in the digital age. The role of the adult will be explored in relation to structuring conceptual understanding for language and mathematical development.

This module will develop a critical understanding of professional practice, incorporating the promotion of active involvement with parents, carers, families and communities. It will develop and build upon the importance of the Early Years leader/manager in promoting the benefits of collaborative working. There will also be opportunities to develop and build upon reflective practice and writing whilst developing further knowledge and understanding of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for

The Embracing Inclusion: Developing Best Practice for All module will critically examine the key principles and practice of inclusion in the Early Years, including the role of the Early Years Practitioner. Key legislation and policy will be critically evaluated alongside an analysis of the key issues related to children with additional learning needs. In order to support inclusion and children with additional learning needs and an exploration and evaluation of planning and organisation of interv

This module will enable you to evidence your leadership capabilities and will lead to a recognised ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management which will prove to be beneficial in future leadership roles. As part of the module, you will focus on different ways to motivate people in the workplace, the characteristics needed to become an effective leader and how to lead innovation and change in the workplace as a potential middle manager. You will also have the opportunity to develop your

This module aims to support students to continue the development of their practice skills within a different setting to the one at level 4, but still within the Early Years sector. It will build on the theoretical aspects presented within other modules and actual practice. Professional Development Placement 2 will continue to contribute towards the achievement of the National Occupation Standards (NOS) whilst spending approximately 240 hours in an Early Years placement setting organised by the u

This module will allow you to develop your ability to research independently in an area of specific interest to you related to the Early Years. In particular, you will be able to select, rationalise and implement an extended written project and then to coherently, and fully, present the project in an academic style. There is an element of choice within this module in relation to the type of project you would like to develop, allowing you the opportunity to make this very personal to your own int

Demonstrating Innovation in the Early Years will allow for the development of skills to reflect on implementing value creation processes and identifying key qualities that enable success. There will be opportunities within the module to enhance confidence, agency, and entrepreneurial effectiveness, fostering the ability to drive positive change. A critical evaluation of the professional significance of enterprise and entrepreneurship, particularly in Early Years contexts will be explored as well

The content of this module will allow for the exploration of key policies and frameworks that support creativity, imagination, and innovation, with a focus on their relevance to the New Curriculum for Wales and Early Years pedagogy. A critical examination of the challenges of embedding creativity and imagination in early years practice will be undertaken alongside consideration of the possible tensions between policy and real-world applications. The role of play-based learning and child-centred

The Competent Early Years Practitioner module will provide the skills to support learning and continuous professional development with an emphasis on the creation and participation in communities of practice. This will allow for the demonstration of the skills required for leading and supporting effective early years education and care provision. This will be linked to extending knowledge and understanding of the requirements of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) in preparation for future

This module aims to consolidate knowledge, skills and experience, within a different setting to the ones at level 4 and 5, through active participation in the placement setting. It will consolidate the theoretical aspects presented within other modules and actual practice. Professional Development Placement 3 will continue to contribute towards the achievement of the National Occupation Standards (NOS) whilst spending approximately 220 hours in an Early Years placement setting organised by the u